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The UKFS is the technical standard for forestry across the UK, which provides the foundation for sustainable forest management. It has been developed specifically for forestry in the UK and is based on applying internationally agreed criteria which support the delivery of sustainable forest management and recognise the need to balance environmental, economic and social objectives.
The Standard has been updated to reflect improvements in scientific knowledge, developments in international approaches to forestry, new or amended legislation, and new information about best forestry practice.
Importantly, the new edition aims to make forests more resilient to a changing climate and the increased risk of pests and diseases so they can continue to deliver multiple benefits.
Downloadable guidance can be found in the following UKFS publications:
Where applicable, country guidance can be found at:
The Institute of Chartered Foresters provides an online e-learning programme to help understand and implement the UK Forestry Standard 5th edition.
Users access a range of online e-learning modules to learn about sustainable forestry management best practice.
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